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Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel

4.0 of 5
435 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (Downtown)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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London
Contributor
18 reviews 18 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We loved staying here. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Managers walk the walk; they are around and chat and support their staff-they do whatever needs doing. Rooms are clean and well supplied. The pool area is lovely. There's a bar and bar food. Towels are in good supply. We were lucky with the weather too. The food... More

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Coral Gables, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Stayed for 2 days on a business conference. Not a top flight Kimpton Property. Rooms were slightly worn and bathrooms were just ok. Suite consisted of a narrow warren of rooms in shot gun fashion. Nothing spacious here. Hotel is a magnet for the young 20s crowd who party in the Gaslamp District a block a way. Outdoor pool an... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Dear Shoredevil, Thanks very much for your feedback about your stay with us. We're in the process of starting the initial work and discussions for a renovation of our property and hope to have something outlined soon. It's our goal to work to be the best hotel in San Diego, but we'll never get there until we learn from the... More

Flagstaff, Arizona
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

A wonderful hotel that exemplifies Kimpton standards. Very friendly staff, great concierge services and excellent valet services. Check-in was a breeze and the hotel was very accommodating to our dogs from the moment we stepped out of our car. Our room was spacious and had a furnished balcony and nice views of downtown San Diego. The real star of the... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Dear Sanchacita, What great feedback, thanks on behalf of our team. We truly appreciate you entrusting us with your anniversary; it's always a pleasure to assist a guest with celebrating a milestone. Please come join us for # 23! Robert General Manager Hotel Solamar - a very Kimpton Hotel More

Pittsburgh
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This hotel felt very similar to a W Hotel with a slightly less cool vibe. All of the employees went above and beyond to make sure my stay was comfortable. No request was too difficult and everyone was pleasant and helpful. I stayed in a King Spa room which appeared larger than a standarrd King and had a whirlpool tub... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Dear Terp95, Thanks for coming! We appreciate the kind words about our team and the great environment. Also happy to see you had a chance to join us at LoungeSIX for a cocktail. Have a wonderful summer and place do what you can to make it back out soon. Robert General Manager Hotel Solamar - a very Kimpton Hotel More

Newport Beach, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Stayed 2 nites last week and was treated like royalty. Restaurant managers and chef checked on quality of our meals and wine selection. Staff was very friendly and helpful, from the front desk to the valets. Terrific late afternoon complimentary wines hour, lovely pool area and bar, and very functional exercise room. Hotel is small enough to be warm and... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear LarryLerner, We'll change the TV channels for you! Thanks for your kind feedback about our team and please come back soon. Robert General Manager Hotel Solamar - a very Kimpton Hotel More

San Juan Capistrano, California, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Had a great time at the hotel this last week 5 9 2013.....I stayed in a spa room with a huge 2 person very deep jetted hot tub....Beds were very comfortable and room was very clean.....The staff addresses you by name when possible.....They truly act like they like their job and are having fun working there...It is a great environment... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Dear SkipMontesjr. There's no better review I like to read than the wonderful team we have getting recognized. Thanks so much for doing that! They do an amazing job day in and day out and we're enormously proud of them. Have a great spring, and please come back soon. Robert General Manager Hotel Solamar - a very Kimpton Hotel More

El Cerrito
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

I really liked this hotel. It had the hip, fun feel of a boutique hotel without sacrificing any of the service and amenities of a larger hotel. Great to have our conference there because nearly all of the guests were part of the conference. Loved the rooftop bar where we had a reception. Could use a couple more elliptical a... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Dear Michael W, Thanks for joining us, we truly appreciate the feedback I'm glad we were able to deliver for your conference, you'll have to tell them to get back soon! I'm also grateful for the comments about the fitness center. It's our goal to add a couple of pieces up there in the coming year to round it out.... More

Norfolk, Virginia
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

My husband & I stayed here for a romantic getaway. I adore Kimpton hotels, but this one was past its prime, unfortunately. Our room appeared as if a party was held there the night prior; dented tv, scuffed furniture, stained suede couches & chairs. Extremely dirty windows. If we were there longer than one night, i would have canceled our... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Dear Donnainnapoli, Thanks for your feedback, I'm sorry that you found us not looking our best! We work very hard to keep our property in tip top shape and are in the preliminary stages of discussing a renovation for the property. We hope to get one going by next year to keep us to the level you expect. Thanks again... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

If you stay on a Friday or Saturday night, ask for a room on a higher floor or a room NOT overlooking pool. Beautiful pool and out door patio area but the music is very loud and it is played very late.

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Dear Donnats, Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate you weighing in on your visit. Our music at the pool usually goes down around 11pm, but we'll make sure we stay on top of it. Feel free to always request a quieter room on a high floor or on the back side of the building and we'll be glad to help.... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Order a humidifier and was given a dirty black filter!!! That is nasty not only that I could of been sick! I was told when I took picture down to front desk thats nasty but were only 4 star hotel...........................wow I work in las Vegas at a 5 star hotel at the bell desk and has never heard anything like... More

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Robert_Hannigan, General Manager at Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Dear Sbima1, That's awful, apologies for that experience! Our expectation is top flight service regardless of what level the hotel is. I've looped our Housekeeping and Engineering teams in and we'll get all of our units inspected. Thanks for bringing it to my attention, we'll make it right! Robert General Manager Hotel Solamar More

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What travellers say

  • Very nice(47)
  • Convention center(35)
  • Free wine(21)
  • Wine hour(15)
  • Pet friendly(14)
  • Broken yolk(12)
  • Business trip(9)
  • Room service(7)
  • Top floor(5)
  • Rooftop pool(5)

Additional Information about Hotel Solamar - a Kimpton Hotel

Address: 435 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
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Region: United States > California > San Diego > Downtown , Gaslamp
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Luxury Hotels in San Diego
#6 Business Hotels in San Diego
#17 Romantic Hotels in San Diego
#31 Family Hotels in San Diego
Price range (per night): 185 AUD - 392 AUD
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
At the apex of cosmopolitan downtown San Diego, the boutique Hotel Solamar lounges between the exciting Gaslamp Quarter, trendy East Village and stunning San Diego Convention Center. These vibrant neighborhoods complement the luxury hotel’s coastal cool décor and personable service. Home to the sassy rooftop LOUNGEsix and adjacent Jsix restaurant, Hotel Solamar is also moments from PETCO Ballpark, San Diego Bay, Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo and miles of beaches. ... more   less 
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